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When we were linked to a new release from a member of notorious Singapore raw hardcore punk band Sial, we were expecting more of that no holds barred sonic barrage of feedback-soaked punk rock fury the band is known for. What we got instead of some beautifully pieced-together melodic punk rock that infuses tons of reverb and fuzz guitar as well as even times of some of that more shoegaze/alternative that instantly becomes memorable (check out the track ‘Lullabies’ – insane how great of a song this is).

The solo act is called Zado which according to the label releasing this, 4490 Records also out of Singapore, is the follow-up release by multi-instrumentalist, Izzad Radzali Shah (Daily Ritual, SIAL). In 2019 he had released a full-length called ‘Zado & The Frail Bodies’ which was a mix of minimalist punk rock with monotonous drum machines. This new release is him being stationed in a studio in Singapore and recording every instrument live as a cathartic experience. “The album shares themes of discontent and hopelessness but maintains the upbeat melodic punk energy laced with catchy pop sensibilities to make night walks in the city bearable.” — (via Unite Asia)

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Label: 4490 Records
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Released: 2022
Genre: Rock
Style: Indie Rock

File under: Singapore Titles
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